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Bestfrog
Why there is the term ##\frac{3}{5}## in the formula of the electrostatic potential of a nucleus $$U_e = \frac{3}{5} \cdot \frac{(Ze)^2}{4 \pi \epsilon_0 R}$$
The formula for calculating the potential energy of a nucleus is E = k(Q1Q2)/r, where E is the potential energy, k is the Coulomb's constant, Q1 and Q2 are the charges of the nucleus and the interacting particle, and r is the distance between them.
The potential energy of a nucleus is directly related to its stability. A nucleus with a higher potential energy is less stable and more likely to undergo nuclear reactions to release this energy and reach a more stable state.
Yes, the potential energy of a nucleus can be negative. This indicates that there is an attractive force between the nucleus and the interacting particle, which can lead to the formation of a stable nucleus.
The potential energy of a nucleus decreases with increasing distance between the nucleus and the interacting particle. This is because the force of attraction between them decreases as the distance increases, resulting in a decrease in potential energy.
The potential energy of a nucleus can be affected by the charges of the interacting particles, the distance between them, and the presence of any external forces. Additionally, the nuclear structure and composition of the nucleus can also play a role in determining its potential energy.